Hairdressing Diploma Level 3

The Hairdressing Diploma Level 3 programme is aimed at level 2 stylists wishing to learn the skills needed to become a senior stylist.

Emphasis is placed on students working to an advanced level and developing their individual skills and talents.

When not working on real-life clients, you are taught through a number of practical sessions and assessments, alongside classroom sessions and guided assignments. You will also engage in GEM and GAP activities to develop your English, maths and employability skills.

Course Content
Hairdressing Diploma Level 3 units may include the following:

Monitoring and Maintaining Health and Safety in the Salon

Consultation Support

Cut Women’s Hair to Create a Variety of Looks

Style Women’s Hair Using a Variety of Techniques

Colour Hair to Create a Variety of Looks

Colour Correction

Perm Hair to Create a Variety of Looks

Creative Hairdressing Design Skills

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs (grades A*-E), including English and maths. Entry on to Level 3 is subject to satisfactory completion of the Level 2 qualification.

Career Opportunities

Employment in industry at a supervisory level, technical support with major product manufacturers, television/film studios, cruise liners or leisure complexes.

Course Progression

Students could progress to higher education courses, such as a Foundation Degree in Salon Management.

How To Apply

Our aim is to make it as easy as possible to secure your place on your ideal programme.
Simply download and complete the relevant application form and return it to our Admissions team as early as possible.
You can return your completed application form in person or by post to our Colchester
(for applications to Colchester and Clacton) or Braintree campuses:

Admissions

Colchester Institute

Sheepen Road

Colchester

CO3 3LL

Admissions

The College at Braintree

Church Lane

Braintree

CM7 5SN

If you are currently at school, please check with them as some schools will be coordinating applications centrally.
If you have any further questions about the application process, please visit our
Frequently Asked Questions page.

Applying for a Full-Time course

Our term starts the week commencing 5th September 2016,
however you may have different start dates depending on the course.
You will receive the details of your first day over the summer period,
but if you are unsure please call our Course Enquiries line on (01206) 712777.

You will need to complete an application form for our full-time courses,
our full-time application form can be downloaded here:

Download Application Form - Full-Time Courses, Apprenticeships & Access Courses (PDF)

Applicants will receive an acknowledgement email or card within one week of the application being received by our Admissions team,
if you do not receive this you should contact the team on (01206) 712777 to check that your application has been received.

Applying for an Part-Time course

Part-time courses can start at any point during the year,
please see the individual course listing for the next course start date or if you are unsure please call our Course Enquiries line on (01206) 712777.

You may need to complete an application form for some of our part-time courses,
our part-time application form can be downloaded here:

Download Application Form - Part-Time Courses (PDF)

Applicants will receive an acknowledgement email or card within one week of the application
being received by our Admissions team, if you do not receive this you should contact the team
on (01206) 712777 to check that your application has been received.

Courses will run subject to sufficient applications being received.

*Are you 19 or over?

If you are 19 or over on the day your course starts, and your course is an approved qualification at level 3 or above, you may be eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan to cover the cost of your tuition.

Please call (01206) 712777 for more information.